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JP Donovan
Mar 32 min read
Fighting Inflammation: Food Choices for Diabetic Amputees
It’s an unfortunate truth that diabetes and amputation often go hand-in-hand. The high levels of glucose in the bloodstream associated...
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JP Donovan
Jan 152 min read
Tips for Amputees to Stay Safe and Active in Winter.
I saw a quote recently that said "If you don't learn to enjoy the snow, you'll have less enjoyment in your life but the same amount of...
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JP Donovan
Dec 3, 20242 min read
Holiday Stress Management Tips for Amputees
The holidays can bring joy but also unique challenges for amputees, including managing social, emotional, and physical stressors. This is...
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JP Donovan
Nov 4, 20242 min read
How Osseointegration Offers an Alternative Approach.
Osseointegration is transforming the world of prosthetic care by directly anchoring prosthetic limbs to the skeletal system. This...
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JP Donovan
Oct 2, 20242 min read
Financial Planning for Long-Term Prosthetic Needs
As an amputee, investing in quality prosthetic care is a significant step towards regaining independence and improving your quality of...
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JP Donovan
Sep 16, 20242 min read
Diabetes and Amputees: A Crucial Connection
Diabetes is a serious health condition that can have devastating consequences, particularly for individuals who have already lost a limb....
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JP Donovan
Aug 17, 20242 min read
It’s Time for Paralympic Powerhouses to Step Into the Spotlight.
Elite athletic performances are always a celebration of both the power of the human spirit and the beauty of sheer athleticism. Yet, the...
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JP Donovan
Jul 1, 20242 min read
Gearing Up for Globe-Trotting: Traveling with a Prosthesis
The world awaits, and your prosthetic limb shouldn't hold you back! Traveling with a prosthesis can feel daunting, but with a little...
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JP Donovan
Jun 17, 20242 min read
Finding the Perfect Fit: Choosing a Scoliosis Brace for Your Child
A scoliosis diagnosis can feel overwhelming, but there's good news! Scoliosis braces, common, non-surgical orthopedic devices, are...
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JP Donovan
May 8, 20242 min read
Coping with Grief and Loss after Limb Amputation
Amputation is a life-altering event, and it's natural to experience a range of emotions, including grief and loss. And there can be some...
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JP Donovan
Apr 3, 20243 min read
Home Exercises To Strengthen Muscles For Successful Prosthetics
A strong body is the foundation for a successful prosthetic experience. By strengthening the muscles around your core and residual limb,...
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JP Donovan
Mar 6, 20242 min read
Natural-Looking Prosthetic Covers for Below-the-Knee Amputees
For below-the-knee amputees, regaining a sense of normalcy and embracing their bodies can be a journey. While advancements in prosthetics...
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JP Donovan
Feb 9, 20242 min read
Navigating the Work World: Legal Rights and Protections for Amputees
Losing a limb can be a life-altering event, and returning to the workplace after amputation can raise concerns about discrimination and...
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JP Donovan
Jan 31, 20242 min read
Finding Your Strength: Mental Health Resources for Amputees Adjusting to Limb Loss
Losing a limb can be a life-altering event, filled with physical and emotional challenges. Adjusting to a new body image, navigating...
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JP Donovan
Apr 17, 20202 min read
Of Shoes and Other Feet.
COVID-19 is reshaping life as we know it. But for one group, the changes may feel pretty familiar.
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JP Donovan
Aug 8, 20191 min read
No Limits.
Sometimes, you meet a patient that just inspires you. That's the case with 13-year old Kaleb Merola.
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JP Donovan
Jun 18, 20192 min read
Controlling costs for prosthetic care.
Recently a patient called us with a question about his explanation of benefits from Medicare. He is concerned that Medicare is going to...
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JP Donovan
Apr 18, 20191 min read
How are you calibrated?
I admit, I have a soft spot for Travis Mills. There's so much about his story that's inspiring. From the sense of duty that drove him to...
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JP Donovan
Apr 8, 20192 min read
When Care isn't Convenient, Convenience is Care.
Over a long career of serving amputee patients, one thing I've always found to be true is that care may not always be convenient, but...
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JPDonovan
Jun 21, 20171 min read
June is Scoliosis Awareness Month. What you need to know.
Scoliosis, a condition in which the spine curves sideways in an S or C shape, affects roughly 3% of the population of the US. While it is...
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